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RCB vs PBKS - Match Info
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Apr 18 2025 - 07:30 PM Local
M.Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru
IPL 2025
Match 34, T20
Star Sports
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RCB vs PBKS - Match Preview
(Expert-written summary and match insights)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings are all set for a marquee face-off in Bengaluru’s electric cricketing arena.
Pitch Report - M.Chinnaswamy Stadium
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The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is tailor-made for entertainment, offering a flat surface and short boundaries that encourage aggressive stroke play.
Batters find it easy to time the ball, while bowlers — especially spinners — often struggle to contain the flow of runs.
Early on, pacers might get a hint of swing, but the true nature of the pitch soon takes over, turning it into a scoring paradise.
Dew frequently plays a role during evening games, further tilting the contest in favor of chasing sides.
The average first-innings score here stands at 180, keeping high totals well within reach.
RCB vs PBKS - Head to Head
(Last Encounters)
Highest: Royal Challengers Bangalore (241/7 (20 ov))
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Lowest: Royal Challengers Bangalore (84/6 (10 ov))
Recent Venue Records
(Last 5 matches at this venue)
Match Key Factors
(Weather & pitch insights to influence your fantasy picks)
The match will take place at a steady 28°C, enhanced by a canopy of broken clouds and brisk winds flowing at 12–14 km/hr.
The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is tailor-made for entertainment, offering a flat surface and short boundaries that encourage aggressive stroke play.
Batters find it easy to time the ball, while bowlers — especially spinners — often struggle to contain the flow of runs.
Early on, pacers might get a hint of swing, but the true nature of the pitch soon takes over, turning it into a scoring paradise.
Dew frequently plays a role during evening games, further tilting the contest in favor of chasing sides.
The average first-innings score here stands at 180, keeping high totals well within reach.
Injury & Availability
(Latest player fitness & lineup updates)
Predicted Playing XI
(Based on team balance & recent matches)
Impact Player Picks
(Strategic game-changers in batting & fielding)
Top Player Stats
(Based on recent match performances)
Fantasy Tips
(Smart picks to help you build a winning Dream11 team)
Captain Picks
Shreyas Iyer Avg Points: 9
He serves as the captain of Punjab Kings and is recognized for his strong technique.
Virat Kohli Avg Points: 9
He's a right-handed batsman from RCB and is known for being super consistent.
Vice-Captain Picks
Glenn Maxwell Avg Points: 7.5
He's a right-handed middle-order batsman for Punjab Kings and can bowl a bit too.
Philip Salt Avg Points: 9
He's a right-handed opener for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, famous for his aggressive hitting.
Best Budget Picks
(Smart value players for Dream11 teams)
Xavier Bartlett Avg Points: 6.5
He is a right-arm fast bowler representing Punjab Kings and is also capable with the bat.
Yash Dayal Avg Points: 7.5
He is left-arm medium fast bowler from RCB. He can be quite effective when bowling first.
Grand League Differential Picks
(Low-owned players with high upside)
Devdutt Padikkal Avg Points: 7.5
He is a left-handed batsman representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru, responsible for managing the top-order batting.
Priyansh Arya Avg Points: 8.5
He is a left-handed batsman representing Punjab Kings and serves as their opening batsman.
Dream11 Prediction Team
(Based on stats, form & recent performances)
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Final Prediction & Analysis
Punjab Kings leverage their superior squad strength to dominate and secure a victory.
